Category: Hotlines, Helplines & Support Groups

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Breast Cancer Support Group - Michelle's Place

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Patient Navigation Through a grant from the Inland Empire Susan G. Komen Foundation affiliate Michelle’s Place has the ability to provide personal assistance to its participants during the treatment process. Diagnostic Services Breast Cancer survival rates increase to 95% with early detection but too many cases still go undiscovered until the cancer reaches more advanced stages. This is especially true for lower income men and women who do not have sufficient access to medical services. There are several state funded programs, but the restrictions to qualify for those program eliminate numerous people, our program aims to fill those gaps so that everyone has access to early diagnosis and treatment. Education Multi-media Library with books and videos High-Speed Internet Access Workshops Guest Speakers Support Self-help and Stress Management Classes for Survivors, Newly diagnosed and Women currently going through cancer. Trained Volunteers Provide One-on-One Support and a willingness to listen. "Circle of Friends" Survivor Network providing women and their families dealing with cancer a source of support while they are going through the process of treatment. Wigs and Volunteer Beauticians to assist with styling, Prosthetics, Lymphodema Sleeves, Massage Therapy for Lymphodema. Transportation Services - Patnership with Volunteers for Riverside County and Dial-a-Ride.